In Islam, the concept of confession differs from religions that require admission of sins to a religious authority. Instead of outward declarations to another person, Islam emphasizes a private, introspective process of repentance directly between the believer and God. This approach is rooted in the Quran and the teachings [...]
Laura El Alam I’ve lived as a Muslim for twenty-five years now, but I remember my earnestness and enthusiasm when I was a brand new convert. In my naivete, I believed that going forward, I would always find it easy to avoid sins. After all, I felt convinced [...]
Habeeba Husain On the rocks of Sunset Cliffs beach in San Diego, on an airplane up in the sky, in the halls of Madison Square Garden during a Knicks game, or on the freshly cleaned green carpet inside the walls of the Sacred Mosque in Makkah—these are just [...]
By: Habeeba Husain How Islam Promoted Equality and Anti-Racism The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was born in Arabia at a time of intense tribalism and classism. Groups were very much divided and showed loyalty to their own clans and class, even if that meant overlooking great faults in [...]
The Qur'an's Message Of Equality And Diversity The Qur'ān was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him at a time when racism was rampant. The Arabs considered themselves to be superior to the non-Arabs. The wealthy considered themselves superior to the poor, and the masters considered themselves [...]
Attending a funeral is a solemn occasion that often brings people from diverse backgrounds together to honor a life that has passed. If you are attending a Muslim funeral, you may be wondering what to expect, how to show respect, and what traditions you might encounter. This guide is [...]
Laura El Alam If you’ve ever walked into a public restroom and found a Muslim standing in front of the sink, balancing awkwardly on one foot while washing the other under the tap, you may have wondered what on earth they were doing. Why are they choosing to [...]
Laura El Alam Like so many converts, when I was a brand new Muslim, I was trusting and optimistic. Inspired by the beauty and perfection of Islam, I expected that all the “born Muslims” around me would be living upright, wholesome, pious lives. After all, they had been [...]
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to forget that our time in this world is limited. Many often avoid thinking about this and instead distract themselves with worldly pursuits. The Quran addresses this tendency: You have been distracted by gathering, until you reach the graves. [...]
In a world often divided, Islam offers a powerful vision of unity. This unity isn't based on culture, nationality, or common interests. Instead, it's rooted in faith itself. At the heart of this Islamic unity are two key concepts: brotherhood (ukhuwah) and umma. Brotherhood in Islam goes beyond mere [...]
